Program Description

The major in History and Political Science is an interdisciplinary program that promotes analytical proficiency in global relations by exploring the historical and political emergence of democratic and non-democratic political structures. Students examine the process of state formation and colonial expansion as they analyze the struggle over sovereignty and citizenship in the modern world. Students will study the history of political movements that challenged entrenched systems of representation and resource allocation as they compare the various modes of interaction between the state and civil society .

Degree Requirements

To earn a B.A. in History and Political Science students must satisfy the following:•45 credit hours in History and Political Science, 24 of which must be at the 300 or 400 level•42 credit hours in Liberal Arts requirements•35 credit hours in general electives, a portion of which may be used for internship or study abroad program opportunities

Required History and Political Science Coursework

HIS/POS 100 Introduction to History and Political SciencePOS 112 Critical Analysis of U.S. PoliticsPOS 142 Political IdeologiesHIS 226 U.S. to 1865orHIS 260 Africans in the TransatlanticWorldHIS 227 U.S. since 1865HIS/POS 220 State, Power, and Civil Society

* Students can take summer course work when available.**Students may take either HIS 498 or POS 498.Please Note: This Degree Planning Sheet does not constitute an official guarantee for completion of coursework. A total of 122 credits is required for graduation from The College of Saint Rose. It is for planning purposes only. The Degree Works progress sheet, generated by computer, is the official advisement document. Please refer to proper Catalog for graduation requirements in your specific major.